Aquetong Watershed Association

The Aquetong Watershed Association (AWA)
is seeking New Hope residents to join in its efforts to promote and
preserve the natural environment and diverse community that is within
the Aquetong Watershed. The Watershed has a drainage area of 8.39 square
miles and contains approximately 23 miles of stream. About 30% of the
watershed, primarily in the upper reaches of Solebury Township, is
protected by conservation easements. There are about 3,000 residences
and businesses in the Aquetong Watershed.

Te Aquetong Watershed Association seeks to:

Protect natural resources, restore damaged areas, and promote the preservation of open space within the watershed;

Encourage the participation of individuals, businesses, and governments in decisions affecting the watershed; and

Provide the community with a greater sense of appreciation for the watershed and the importance of sustainable ecological management.